BGI-Shenzhen, the world’s largest gene sequencing company, closed its $118 million acquisition of Complete Genomics. Complete Genomics is a Silicon Valley company that specializes in whole human genome sequencing. BGI purchased all of Complete's outstanding common shares at $3.15 each, and it will operate Complete as a wholly-owned subsidiary. Dr. Clifford Reid will remain its CEO. Note: ChinaBio® recently interviewed Jun Wang, PhD, CEO of BGI, who talked about the Complete acquisition and other matters. The interview will be published tomorrow. More details.... Share this with colleagues: // //